The thought of Skyler sleeping with Sofia after spending a steamy moment with her disgusted Shirley. Disgusting! He’s so disgusting. He betrayed her in the end, albeit how much she trusted him. They already have a child, so what am I? A home breaker?
Shirley scoffed in sorrow, forcing herself to calm down and think of a way to rake in money. She scrolled through the contact list on her phone. She wanted to call Veronica, but then she recalled the fact that Veronica was Matthew’s wife and also Skyler’s friend.
Since Skyler liked Sofia, Veronica should know the truth. However, she kept Shirley in the dark.. Shirley wondered if it was a joined conspiracy. She couldn’t quite put her finger on it.
Still, even if she put that aside, she couldn’t just ask Veronica for over 3 million worth of money for no reason. She couldn’t afford to repay this astronomical debt. At that moment, someone flashed across her mind-Sofia Green! Didn’t she say she will give me 3 million? But it’s far from enough. I need 3.9 million!
After combating herself the whole day, Shirley finally went to the living room and picked up the paper left by Sofia.
“Sofia?” “Have you finally figured it out?” Sofia answered the call as if she had expected it. “You’re still young. Saving some money won’t be a bad thing for you. Besides, Skye doesn’t really like you. He’s only with you because he feels guilty. How long can this guilt last? Besides, if he really loves you, why would he come to my bed and sleep with me?”
Her blatant and merciless words were tormenting Shirley’s heart. She took a deep breath in an attempt to put up with the humiliation. “So you want me to leave Skyler and take the money? Fine, but… I want 4.5 million.”
“Quite demanding, aren’t you? 4.5 million? Shirley, I guess I was being too nice.” Sofia coldly snorted, thinking that Shirley was underestimating her.
“If you don’t give me 4.5 million, I won’t leave him. After all, he said he would marry me, and I believe he can do it.” Shirley mustered up the courage to fight back.
“Fool. Do you really think so? I’m pregnant with his child now, and it’s twins. Do you think his parents will allow you to marry into the Robins? Oh, do you know where I am now? I’m at his place, in Skyler’s bedroom. His mother asked the maids to prepare nutritious meals for me.”
Despite the gentle tone, it hurt Shirley deeply. Shirley staggered back a step, tears uncontrollably streaming down her cheeks. Nonetheless, she forced herself to say something. “No. I want 4.5 million. If you don’t agree, I will reveal my relationship with Skyler. Even if you marry into the Robins, it won’t be honorable.” She had no choice but to do this for Lucien’s sake.
“You should know your place, Shirley. Have you forgotten that you still have other family members? Do you want them to live the same ‘inferior’ life as you?” Sofia’s words carried a strong sense of threat.
Shirley’s heart skipped a beat as she became jittery. “You… At least give me 3.75 million.” That was her last resort. She had no other choice.
“If you insist on 3.75 million, I have ant additional condition.”
“What is it?” “Words alone are not enough for me to trust you. You must do something before I can agree to the deal.”
“What?” Shirley’s heart tightened. A bad premonition arose within her.
